Special Education Teaching Assistant

Vista College Preparatory; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stipend

Healthcare coverage

Education award

Alumni benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Childcare coverage

Student loan forbearance

Job summary

Vista College Prep seeks AmeriCorps Academic Fellows to provide tutoring and targeted interventions at five Phoenix campuses. Fellows help students surpass state averages in reading and math, through interventions led and supported by AmeriCorps Fellow programs.

Vista serves 1,700+ students, with a focus on equity and inclusion. Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and AmeriCorps eligibility, plus fingerprint clearance. Hours range from 100 to 1,700 per contract year.

Qualifications

• Investment in Vista’s mission and belief in student potential.
• Desire to support diverse, underserved communities.
• Willingness to complete AmeriCorps training and checks.

Responsibilities

• Tutoring small groups of students in reading and math.
• Running/ supporting interventions to boost academics and campus culture.
• Supporting teacher capacity and retention through operational help.
• Participating under supervision of an administrator.
• Supporting English Learners programs and school-wide systems.
• Assisting with events and conferences as assigned.

Skills

Tutoring & instruction

Reading & math support

Communication

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: VCP Sueno Park - Phoenix, AZ 85035, Why Join Team VCP:

Vista College Prep is a growing network of high-performing tuition-free public charter schools in historically underserved communities of Phoenix. VCP was founded in 2013 with the belief that demographics do not determine destiny and that all students deserve an excellent education.

Our organization is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness.We believe that diversity is crucial for effecting lasting change, is one of VCP’s greatest strengths, and that the full potential of our diverse network will be reached only when we are an inclusive community.

Explore our website, social media, and Teacher Career Pathway.

Role Mission

AmeriCorps Academic Fellows will provide academic tutoring and additional interventions at our five campuses. The program is geared to ensure that Vista College Prep (Vista) students surpass the state average on the AASA in reading and math, thanks in part to the interventions led and supported by AmeriCorps Fellow.

Vista College Prep serves over1,700 students across five schools in Phoenix. Nearly 90% of Vista students qualify for Free and Reduced Price Lunch (FRL) and are considered to be living in poverty. Furthermore, more than 95% of Vista students are individuals of color.

Vista has four guiding principles that shape the goals and work of the entire organization: We Achieve Excellence, We Make Learning Joyful, We Create a Caring Community, and We Model Transparency. Through the training and support of the Academic Fellow program, these principles will guide the work of Academic Fellows each day. The embodiment of these principles in the structures and management of the program will ensure a strong, professional culture among Academic Fellows and alignment to Vista's mission and vision.

Your Responsibilities

• Tutoring small groups of students as assigned on academic content, primarily in reading and math
• Running and/or supporting academic and behavioral interventions to support student academic and campus culture goals
• Supporting academic and operational needs to increase teacher capacity and improve teacher retention
• Participating in experiences designed to support AmeriCorps as a teacher pipeline for Vistaunder the supervision of an administrator
• Supporting systems serving our EnglishLearners
• Supporting the smooth execution of school-wide systems each day, including arrival, recess, lunch, and dismissal
• Supporting preparation and execution of school-wide events, including but not limited to Conferences, Fall Festival, Family Fun Day, Orientation, and other events as assigned

Member eligibility requirements as outlined in45CFR§2522.200(a).

Time Requirements

• Multiple service hour contracts available from 100 hours to 1700 hours to be served between August3,2026and July30,2027. Pay is commensurate with hours.
• Monday-Thursday 7am – 4:30pm; Fridays7am – 4pm or as agreed upon with the school site
• Occasional events as assigned, including but not limited to national, state, or local service projects or events as part of the service; school events such as Family Conferences and family events on campus

Benefits

• Cost of living stipend paid out in even semi-monthly installments
• Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance at no cost in monthly premiums
• Eligibility for the Segal AmeriCorps Education Award upon successful completion of the term of service
• Eligibility for AmeriCorps alumni benefits as detailed on the member and volunteer webpage of AmeriCorps.gov.
• Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program from studentaid.gov.
• Childcare coverage for qualified members (AC VIII.F and45CFR§2522.250)
• Student loan forbearance and interest payments for qualified members
• Opportunities to make a lasting impact on Vista’s students and community as part of a dedicated service team

Qualifications

• Investment in Vista’smission, educational model, and belief in the potential of all students to achieve
• Understanding of and enthusiasm for teaching academic content
• Communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Agreement to complete Vista College Prep Academic Fellow training upon acceptance to the program
• High School Diploma or GED, or at a minimum proof of working toward attaining a high school diploma or GED required
• Documentation required to establish AmeriCorps eligibility as outlined in45CFR§2540.200-206
• Completion of a National Service Criminal History Check as outlined in45CFR§2540.200-206
• Please note: reasonable accommodations can be made for interviews and, if selected, service activities
• Valid IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Member eligibility requirements as outlined in45CFR§2522.200(a).